Friday, March 6, 2009

Costabella Tropical Beach

Costabella Tropical Beach is a beachfront resort hotel in Cebu that lies on the scenic coastline of Mactan Island in Southern Philippines. Just a short distance from Cebu City, with warm tropical weather, good swimming, nice dive spots, and a variety of outdoor activities, the Resort Hotel in Cebu of Costabella offers island holiday essentials.

“Beautiful Coast” in English, Costabella Beach is hemmed in to the sea by flamboyant trees, white sand beaches, and warm outdoor pools that look out from Costabella Tropical Beach to the marine sanctuaries beyond the resort hotel in Cebu’s Mactan Island. Inside the hotel is a reflection of the island’s warmth. From the intimate, well-appointed hotel rooms of their Cebu Resort Hotel to the well-trained hospitality personnel, Costabella Tropical Beach glows with the ease and comfort of a destination hotel in a tropical island.

Source: http://www.costabellaresort-cebu.com/


Friday, February 20, 2009

El Nido


Dominated by towering marble cliffs that are homes to a number of tropical birds, El Nido is the source of one of the most delectable soups specially found in Chinese restaurants – the Nido Soup. This soup consists mainly of the birdnests that abound in the area. But El Nido is more than this. It prides itself in having the most beautiful seascapes in the province of Palawan, known as the country’s last frontier. Because of its utter splendor, it has also been called the island of the gods – heaven on earth, that is El Nido.

Mactan Island


Lying in the heart of Cebu is the island of Mactan. This tropical-island getaway endowed with a variety of colors – from its beach, hotels, resorts, nightlife, music, food, drinks – will guarantee to spice up every tourist.

Panglao


Panglao is a perfect for a great dive and beach holiday. It is a small island on the Philippines southwest of the bigger island, Bohol. On the southern beach of Panglao there are several resorts that line up on the beach.

Honda Bay


Framing the rugged and intriguing coastline of the capital of Palawan, Puerto Princesa City is Honda Bay. Its blue cool waters are dotted with islets that assure one of a pure-pleasure experience. From snorkeling in its clear waters to the more adventurous island hopping within its enclaves to simply having a picnic in the fine sand of its beach areas, Honda Bay is sure to leave a lasting impression on the visitor. top button

Siargao


Siargao, located in the province of Surigao del Norte, is renowned for its curling waves that soar from nine to twelve feet high. It is frequented by surfers from all over the world. Besides surfing, the island of Siargao is well-known for its unspoiled beaches and its rural charm.

Pearl Farm


Pearl Farm is located in the Samal Island off the coast of Davao City, Southern Philippines. The premier beach resort, which lies in the pristine island of Samal, used to be a pearl farm. There thousands of white-lipped oysters, transported form the Sulu Sea, were once cultivated for their pink, white, and gold pearls. Today, beach lovers all over the world visit this world-class beach resort for its white sand and panoramic landscape and seascape, bringing with them the memory of a lifetime – a relaxing private retreat in a tropical paradise.

Pagudpud


In the Northern part of the Philippines is a beach reputed to have the longest contiguous white sand with mighty waves and strong winds that can compare to Hawaii. Wind and wave surfing are the outstanding activities that Pagudpud beach offers its very discriminating clientele. Not to mention the inviting views, clear blue waters, and white sand. Pagudpud promises its visitors a magnificent experience in a secluded paradise.

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Amontillado Beach & Dive Resort

Amontillado Beach & Dive Resort is the ideal place for scuba diving, dive courses or a relaxing beach holiday at affordable rates. The resort is set within its own private and secluded complex, and the resorts’ location was specifically chosen for its expansive 200 meter stretch of beautiful, golden sand beach frontage with commanding views of the world-famous dive sites of nearby Apo Island and the serene Siquijor Island.

Amontillado Beach & Dive Resort is located close to Dauin, one of the few ecological towns in the Philippines, where you still find fresh air and peacefulness. Yet the resort is only a 20 minutes ride from Dumaguete, a busy university town on Oriental Negros.

Friday, February 6, 2009

Puerto Galera is a 3rd class municipality in the province of Oriental Mindoro, Philippines. According to the 2000 census, it has a population of 21,925 people in 4,424 households.[1] It is the northwesternmost municipality in Oriental Mindoro.

Puerto Galera is only three and a half hours away from Manila first by bus to the port at Batangas City and then by boat. Tourists can also take the tourist service called the Sikat, from the City State Tower Hotel in Manila from the Batangas City port to Puerto Galera or Sabang Beach, Mindoro.

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Boracay Beach 2

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Philippine Beach


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Boracay Beach

Boracay is a tropical island located approximately 315km (200 miles) south of Manila and 2km off the northwest tip of the island of Panay in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. It is one of the country's most popular tourist destinations. The island comprises the barangays of Manoc-Manoc, Balabag, and Yapak (3 of the 17 barangays which make up the municipality of Malay), and is under the administrative control of the Philippine Tourism Authority in coordination with the Provincial Government of Aklan.
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Friday, January 30, 2009

Honda Bay, Palawan, Philippines

Honda Bay, Palawan, Philippines
Despite its outstanding natural beauty, Palawan's 1,770 islands have been one of the least developed holiday destinations in Southeast Asia [apart from the famous El Nido Resorts].
So far the lack of commercialism has made Palawan very special, but it is becoming more popular particularly for international divers, as well as adventurers.
The ideal place for sun seekers and snorkellers is Honda Bay, which has several islets including Cannon Island, Bat Island and Starfish Island, with coral reefs breaking crystal clear water onto empty, fine white sand beaches. Arreceffi Island contains the luxury Dos Palmas Resort, while lesser accommodation can be found on other islands, or stay at Puerto Princesa and take a half hour boat trip to your favourite deserted beach.
Palawan also offers the Philippines' best dive spot at the Tubbataha Reef Marine Park, a World Heritage Site. Dive boats operate from March to May and can be arranged at Puerto Princesa, Palawan's capital. The city also offers all sorts of jungle eco-hikes and an 8.2 km underground river trip. Best Dec-May. Possible heavy rains June- November, but not necessarily.


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